Best Alternatives to 1715721

Package: BulkPhoenix ContactTerminal BlocksSeries: COMBICON MKDSNumber of Levels: 1Pitch: 0.200" (5.08mm)Current: 15 AVoltage: 300 V

The Phoenix Contact 1715721 is a 2-position, 5.08mm pitch terminal block rated for 17.5A. While many form-fit alternatives exist, finding a substitute requires careful attention to the current rating, as most similar parts are rated for 16A or less.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

All candidates have a lower current rating (10A-16A) than the target's 17.5A.

Package risklow

Multiple candidates match the 2-position, 5.08mm pitch, through-hole package.

Sourcing risklow

Many manufacturers produce similar terminal blocks, offering a good supply base if electrical parameters can be relaxed.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement with an equal or higher current rating was found. All form-fit compatible alternatives have a lower current rating, requiring engineering review.

Best replacement path

Use a substitute with matching wire gauge like DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H) or DB127S-5.08-2P-GN-S, but only if the application's current draw is safely below the candidate's lower rating (12A-15A).

Main risk

The primary risk is electrical overstress due to the lower current ratings of all available alternatives, which can lead to component failure or a fire hazard.

Recommended alternatives

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DB127S-5.08-2P-GN-S package
Needs validationmedium risk

Strong alternative with matching wire gauge, but a lower current rating that requires engineering validation.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor1715721DB127S-5.08-2P-GN-SDG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H)MX128L-5.08-02P-GN01-Cu-Y-ACompatibility / risk
Package2-pos, 5.08mm, Through Hole2-pos, 5.08mm, Through Hole2-pos, 5.08mm, Through Hole2-pos, 5.08mm, Through Hole2-pos, 5.08mm, Through Hole — Form and fit match.; DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H): Form and fit match.; MX128L-5.08-02P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Form and fit match.; XYEK500-5.08-2P: Form and fit match.
Current17.5 A15 A12 A (UL) / 15 A (IEC)16 A15 A / 12 A (UL) / 15 A (IEC) / 16 A — Candidate current rating is lower.; DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H): Candidate current rating is lower.; MX128L-5.08-02P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Candidate current rating is lower.; XYEK500-5.08-2P: Candidate current rating is lower.
Voltage250 V300 V300 V (UL) / 250 V (IEC)300 V300 V / 300 V (UL) / 250 V (IEC) — Higher voltage rating is acceptable.; DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H): Voltage ratings are compatible.; MX128L-5.08-02P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Higher voltage rating is acceptable.; XYEK500-5.08-2P: Higher voltage rating is acceptable.
Wire Gauge26-14 AWG26-14 AWG26-14 AWG28-12 AWG26-14 AWG / 28-12 AWG / 24-12 AWG — Wire gauge range is an exact match.; DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H): Wire gauge range is an exact match.; MX128L-5.08-02P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Wider range covers target's range.; XYEK500-5.08-2P: Range differs; does not support 26 AWG.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

The best alternatives are DG127-5.08-02P-14-02A(H) and DB127S-5.08-2P-GN-S because they match the form, fit, and wire gauge. However, they have lower current ratings (12A-15A vs 17.5A) and require careful application review.